Hearty Noel Chili

Looking for a meal to ward off the winter chill?  Then try a big bowl of this quick and hearty homemade chili.  And it won’t take all day to make.  Just open a few cans, do a little bit of chopping and 50 minutes later you’ll have some spice-a-licious holiday chili to warm your family and friends. 

Ingredients:

1-1/2  pounds ground beef

1/2  pound bacon, diced

1-1/2  cups onions, chopped

1  green pepper, chopped

1  red pepper, chopped

1/2  cup jalapeno peppers, chopped

1  (28 ounce) can tomatoes, diced

2  (40 ounces each) cans kidney beans

2  (15 ounces each) cans pork & beans

Preparation:

In a large skillet, cook beef in olive oil over medium heat until browned.  Add diced bacon, onions, peppers, jalapeno peppers and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.  In a large cooking pot, combine sautéed vegetables with tomatoes, beans, bay leaf, salt and  seasonings; cook over medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes. 

Yield:  6 – 8 servings.